The Hair Art Studio

In search for air conditioning during an unusually hot weekend, I discovered Geheim Gallery. It's…read morecool literally and figuratively. Currently there's a new exhibit every month, which starts the first Friday of each new month (this may change in the future, so be sure to check their website for upcoming events). Will visit again whenever I swing by Bellingham!

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Front of art gallery

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Great time with Dave Lucas today. A good range of domestic arts and crafts, we went up, selecting a…read morehand carved box, and a handmade knife. His photography is also outstanding, he was very proud to share with us some new bird photography he's producing Really. We will be back.

I've been coming to this gallery for 20+ years. Usually the staff (which is often 1 person) leaves…read moreme alone to browse which is how I like it. They have always responded to me when I've asked for their help. I can only assume other reviewers expect to be waited on hand & foot, but with only one worker in a 2 story shop, I can see how they can be busy. The shop has a great selection of original PNW/Alaskan Native American art at reasonable (~$100) prices along with some other curios. This is my go-to for gifts for weddings, Christmas, etc. I've bought many things over the years.

Beautiful acrylic piece

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Liquid Amber art

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5.0(15 reviews)

2.3 mi

I love this shop! Whatcom Art Market is easy to go and shop some local goods. I didn't take any…read morephotos inside the store out of respect for their rules, but I did buy this adorable locally made penguin there. I like that this art market has a wide range of prices-you can find gifts for under $20 just as easily as gifts over $200. It simply depends on what you are looking for. You can find decor for your home, walls, kitchen, or self here. They feature many different types of artists and cater to many different personal aesthetics. They also have classes where you can create some of your own art!

If you like to see what local artist are doing in the Bellingham area, this is a wonderful place to…read morestop. They have many local artists and their artwork for sale. On average there at least two local artists on hand to help you. We walked up with quite a few items and it's a good thing. We only have carry-on because I could've easily added multiple pieces of art. The local artist unhand today were very nice. Worth stopping in.

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A very cute and well curated gallery. Lots of fun and interesting pieces…read more The small garden is delightful. The kind folks who work there are friendly and not at all pushy Absolutely worth a visit

I personally have never experienced a store like this that makes me feel like I've stepped into a…read morefairy tale. I feel as if I was transported to a place where there is not a worry in the world. The inside of the store is lovely, but the outside is where the true beauty lies. Take your time as you make your way through the peaceful path of sculptures. Soak in the beauty of the surrounding trees. Take a moment to stop and look at every detail. I would have purchased everything in here if the wallet was a bit heavier. It is pretty pricey, but everything is beautifully made. Don't miss out on this store, especially if you're exploring Chuckanut Drive.

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Allied Arts of Whatcom County

4.5(4 reviews)

0.2 mi

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The art walk gallery tour was terrific and JP Falcon and David Tondi's live music made the evening…read moretruly wonderful.

This is a great art gallery, which features local artists working in various media. It's also an…read morearts "thrift store" with a back room full of partially used art supplies, tools, and other odds and ends which could become part of your next mixed media project. There's also a little movie theater off to one side that shows independent and art house films. The people who work here are very nice, and are doing great work to support their community. Don't miss this place if your'e doing a walk of downtown Bellingham!

Leslie Smith piece from annual Re-Art Show

Previous Gallery Show

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Western Gallery

5.0(2 reviews)

1.4 mi

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Fantastic Artwork Museum with great music occasionally ~ Open on some days check the scheduleread more

Western Washington University has a fabulous art collection. Although it is best known for its…read moreworld-class outdoor art, the Western Gallery is wonderful space dedicated to a wide variety of thoughtful -- often cutting-edge art. Tonight (3/2/2017) New York photographer, Arne Svenson discussed his work, some of which is currently on exhibit at the gallery. In addition to talking about "The Neighbors" at the invitation-only soiree, Svenson talked about some of his earlier work. I was particularly taken by his 1985 sock monkey project -- https://goo.gl/images/UCLcHa

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Trish Harding School of Art at Studio UFO

5.0(1 review)

If I ran an art space, this is what it would look like! A little dark, a little moody, with high…read moreceilings and all sorts of art hanging every which way. This place is super cool! I visited during a recent Art Walk when they even had a great band playing, and some tasty nibbles too. The art when I was there included oil paintings and charcoal. There was also an extensive class schedule (now doesn't that sound like fun). This place is definitely staying on my must-stop list for the next Art Walk.

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Make.Shift Art Space

4.9(7 reviews)

I checked out Make.Shift during last week's Downtown Walk and was blown away by the sheer variety…read moreof art offered here. From modern and contemporary to upcycled to textiles to photography...it's all represented in this spot. Art Walk is a great night to go because you can meet the artists in person and hear about their work and what inspires them.

Every community should have a creative center like Make.Shift to support local arts and music. The…read morespace is non-profit, all -ages, drug-free, and Make.Shift offers practice space to bands passing through for a small fee. Make.Shift is also home to "The Magic Van" a resource for bands looking to tour the PNW who lack access to a band van. This weekend they hosted a local craft fair where there was a button trade, multiple floors of local crafts, and I even picked up some vinyl. Additionally down in the lower level I found an alternative lending library (with zines of course) and some indie publications for sale. There was even an artisan guitar maker who took a break from his craft to talk about what he does. The whole experience was straight up cool. I will make sure to stop back in the next time I am in Bellingham and drop a few bucks in the donation jar because creative spaces like this enrich communities and support the arts for us all.

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Meloy Gallery

5.0(1 review)

I love being a part of Meloy Gallery in Bellingham. Great variety of work, super inviting space and…read morenice people. Right across the hall from a frame shop and part of the Bellingham Art Walk, in a building filled with art studios, some with classes :)

From the owner: 2025 Holiday Hours, Daily --Daily --Daily. -- December 5 - 24, Noon to 5:45 pm…read more Meloy Gallery is open Year Round, usually Thursdays through Sundays. Mondays - Wednesdays by private appointment, and when you see the sidewalk sign at the corner of Holly & Bay. Friday Art Walk evenings 5 - 8 pm. (Closed for March Art Walk) Meloy Gallery represents a selection of regional fine artists, year round. They include: Lisa Sheets, Joe Reno, John A Taylor, Richard Longstreet, Rachel Forman, Lonnie Schang, Christine Wardenburg Skinner, Rebecca Meloy, regional artists, and vintage consigned works. Meloy Gallery accepts credit cards, personal checks, & cash. The works featured are original, paintings, prints, art pottery, drawings, mixed media. Also, Mid-Century & Vintage Art Resale Art. You can shop online at our Meloy Gallery website and at the Rebecca Meloy website.

Forest Linocut Rebecca Meloy

Happy Pit Fired Sculpture John A Taylor sold

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My House oil Joe Reno

Ormolulu

3.7(7 reviews)

When I saw this shop I was so excited to go in. The window displays are fabulous. I tried several…read moretimes and each time, when I arrived, it was closed. I finally did get to visit on an 'open' day but I was disappointed in the treatment I received. The woman working there was very rude. I decided to try again another time but sadly, received the same treatment. As lovely as this place is, I will never buy anything from them. They need to hire some people with class and customer service skills.

I am beyond bored at most antique stores. My wife loves them and I will cheerfully accompany her to…read morethem when I have failed to plan our route to avoid them. Ormolulu had me at Hello. The proprietors are Debbie and Jim. Their curation is amazing. Before we even entered the store, they had good music (Ray Charles) playing at appropriate volume from high quality concealed speakers. More about that in a minute. While they don't have as much guy-stuff as they do girl-stuff, they have ten times as much guy stuff as any other five antique shops I've been in. Before we talked to Debbie about whether it was OK to take pictures (it is OK), I was sneaking photos on my phone where I couldn't be seen. If you want to outfit the best man cave ever, this is the place to shop. Which brings me back to the music. Jim does clever retrofitting of radios and other pieces, putting high quality Bluetooth-capable speakers in them. So there is pleasant music throughout the shop and it's hard to tell where it's coming from. The antiques literally sing. I had a huge grin when I found the first one. I KNOW there's music coming from this wall, but from where...? They should do a lot of these and make them easily discoverable by other than curious audiophiles. I'll post some pictures soon as I get them off my phone.

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Chris H.

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10 years ago

I have been a highly satisfied and loyal customer of The Hair Art Studio since it first opened as one of the most unique salon establishments in town! The studio offers friendly, inviting, down to earth, high quality personalized services at affordable prices for complete customer satisfaction! As an active philanthropist in our local community, the owner Dre collaborates with local artists to proudly display a mix of fine artwork, handmade local crafts and jewelry and she participates in Downtown Bellingham's "Art Walk" on the 1st Friday of every month, as well as, volunteering free services for the annual Bellingham/Whatcom County Project Homeless Connect, and other local events. On a more personal level, the owner Dre has professionally cut, styled, colored, accessorized, and even permed my hair for many years, consistently providing the highest quality of personalized services to my complete satisfaction. I highly recommend supporting this friendly, locally-owned business for beautiful hair results and a unique customer experience not to be missed! read more

Jillian F.

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8 years ago

I got my hair done by Danielle a few days ago, and she did an amazing job. I came in wanting to do a pastel blue ombre, but after she had done the bleaching I started thinking I liked the lavender color that another stylist had in her hair. I told Danielle this, and rather than get annoyed at my changing my mind at the last second, she had the wonderful idea to do both! She was super creative in the placement of it, and was committed to making sure it worked on my hair, as there were some hints of past color dyes I'd put in previously left in my hair still after the bleaching process. The whole process took about 5 hours, and she never got lazy or bored or lose any of her momentum even once. The price for the styling was great as well, far less than I'd been expecting. I will definitely be going back here to get my hair colored and trimmed in the future! read more

Angela D.

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13 years ago

I have been going to The Hair Art Studio since it opened in February. The girls there are delightful and the owner has great style and an awesome personality! I have always been ecstatic when she cuts/colors my hair, I have never once had any disappointment in their quality or methods. From the previous comment it seems this woman had hair problems way before she visited this salon, and her review seems unjust. This is a great salon with a modern quirkyness and artistic flair that you just can't find very often. I have enjoyed stopping by when they have been part of the Downtown Art Walk and they also have great paintings, jewelry and accessories. I highly recommend this salon to family and friends, I take my son there, and will continue to go there; I don't trust my hair in anyone elses hands! read more

Cathleen E.

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12 years ago

I just love this place! I tried it out when I had a DealSavers coupon for my daughter who has curly hair (hard to cut). She got a fabulous cut and it was a great deal. I met Dre, the owner, during this cut, and we talked color and cut for me. She was so friendly and cool that I went for it. I loved what she did and was delighted at the price. I almost wept because it's tricky for me to take this kind of care of myself and my daughters. Of course I came back with the other daughter who wanted to go dramatically blue and Elsbeth was a perfect match for her, along with giving her a super flattering haircut. We are now regulars and shamelessly show up for $7 waxing on Tuesdays. Thank you Hair Art for making us beautiful and less hairy for a price we can afford! You rock! read more

Andrea C.

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13 years ago

This salon is so much different than any other salon I have ever been too! The girls are fun and inspirational and give amazing credit to local talent. They are more than just an affordable hair salon. They are also an Art Studio that participate in the Bellingham Downtown Art Walk. They change artist every month, so every time you get your hair done you will see different art! They also, give anyone who makes jewelery or soaps and scrubs, or anything you make, a chance for people to see what they got. If you haven't had the experience of The Hair Art Studio I highly recommend it. read more

Matt R.

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13 years ago

WOW, I can't tell you how many times I pay for a haircut, just to walk out and feel unsatisfied. I am so happy after getting my so called "easy" haircut at The Hair Art Studio. Now I know, Dre's Hair Art Studio is the only place for me. I have had my hair cut here ten times and every time its perfect. All I get is compliments. Now my girl friend also gets her haircut here. She had a hard time trusting any body to cut her hair. Now, The Hair Art Studio is the only place for us. WOW. Thank you Dre:) Your ever lasting Clients, Matthew & Charlene XOXO read more

Christina R.

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10 years ago

We love this place! I'm extremely picky about my hair and only go to one person. My family and I happen to be visiting Bellingham and my wife thought we should get a haircut. I, of course, was hesitant but the minute I walked in and talked to Dre I thought "hey why not?" We now drive all the way to Bellingham just to get haircuts. Dre is absolutely amazing and I'm always so happy when I leave. Plus I love that she's involved with the community and does local art shows and such. Definitely a place I would recommend to anyone!! read more

Sheresha S.

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13 years ago

I have taken my 2yr old son in to the Hair Art Studio many times now, we use Dre who has been amazing with him. The first time we went in she put a little booster seat on the chair and he was able to sit comfortably all by himself. She was very understanding of his needs to move around and squirm and still was able to give him an awesome haircut each and every time. I would highly recommend this salon for any child's hair cut, they know what they are doing and the woman are lovely to be around! I will be going back:) read more

Dre S.

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13 years ago

Hey its Dre. I am the owner of The Hair Art Studio. I am extremely proud of this wonderful place. I have amazing girls with great costumer service. We have mixed the world of Hair Salon, Fine Art and a bit of farmers Market with all local talent. We keep our prices affordable, so our clients can walk out with more than just a haircut. If you have never been to a Downtown Bellingham Art Walk.... Come visit us every first Friday of every month and we will give you a 10.00 haircut card!! read more

Heidi T.

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10 years ago

This is by far my favorite salon!! Dre, the owner and stylist has done an extraordinary job on my hair for both cuts and color! The prices are the most reasonable I have found, and the people that work there are friendly and energetic! I love the rotating art in the salon as well, it adds to the fun experience each time I go in! I have enjoyed Dre so much, she is now doing my daughter and moms hair! I can't say enough good things!! read more

Erin P.

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4 years ago

$20 kids cut and it looks amazing. Julia made my kid look like a rock star and was super patient and respectful with my goofy guy. He hates clippers they freak him out and she totally gave him a great fade without using clippers at all! Got my own hair cut a couple of days prior and again great service, slamming deal and they usually have availability when you call! read more

Julia L.

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10 years ago

I've been going here for three years now, and have never walked away any less than ecstatic! Dre mostly cuts my hair, and is probably one of the only beauticians I have been to that can cut curly hair and cut it well! Plus, the shop is super cute and everyone there is so sweet. It's affordable, and I recommend it to all of my friends. read more

Darene F.

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10 years ago

Dre is the best! I love the mermaid under hair she gives me. I like to call it the "business in the front, party in the back" because I can hide it or let it loose depending on where I am and what is needed for work, board meetings or going out in the evening. Thanks for being so great! read more

Iesha B.

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13 years ago

I have been going to Dre for years and I won't let anyone else touch my hair. I was so excited when she opened her own shop. I would recommend any of the stylists here to anyone. Very friendly, great with everyone including kids, and the art that is displayed here is wonderful! read more

Amanda S.

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13 years ago

Dre was wonderful! My color came out beautifully, the cut gave my very fine hair texture, listened to great music while having great conversation, and couldn't believe how reasonably priced the service was! I will be going back for sure read more

Iesha B.

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13 years ago

I just got yet another wonderful haircut by Dre here. These ladies know what they are doing and are so friendly and fun! I've been getting my hair cut by Dre for years and won't let anyone else. I would definitely recommend them! read more

Sharron H.

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12 years ago

The hair art studio is wonderful!! Every time I go I am so pleased at my color and cut! I've lived in Bham for over 10 years and this is the best! This place is amazing! Get Miranda to do your color, she is so talented!!!!!! read more

Aleasheia S.

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10 years ago

I absolutely LOVE the hair art studio it's the only place I take my family to get our hair done. Dre does amazing work with my hair as well as my 2 daughters and even my son. Color, cuts and styles and our eyebrows! read more

Priya S.

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8 years ago

I came here for Japanese Hair Straightening and absolutely loved it. My hair was really curly and frizzy before and now it isn't-Kat was really helpful and even told me some helpful hair tips! Thanks so much! read more

Alicia M.

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8 years ago

My son has been to a lot of hair salons and they always butcher his hair and cut him! Finally, I found a place that knows how to style a boy's hair and is careful with the clippers! We found our place! :) read more

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